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[WATCH] Ed Sheeran Surprises Detroit Fans With Eminem Performance

July 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Detroit fans were lucky enough to get two for the price of one when Ed Sheeran brought out Eminem for an epic appearance on stage.

The surprise took place when Sheeran was performing in Eminem’s hometown of Detroit on Saturday when he teased fans by telling them he’d be covering Em’s song ‘Lose Yourself’.

Claiming he and his band had only learned the track earlier that day, Sheeran said: “Let’s see how this goes.”

The pop star got into the iconic opening lines of the song, strumming along on his acoustic guitar, but just seconds later a hooded figure emerged from a trap door next to Sheeran and joined in with the song.

When they realized who it was, the crowd went into a frenzy.

Sharing a video of the epic moment on Instagram, Sheeran wrote: “Detroit. What a moment.”

The singer told the crowd that Eminem was initially going to perform just one track, but explained: “I said, ‘you can’t come on in Detroit and do just one song.’ Do you want another song?”

After making their way through ‘Lose Yourself’, the pair collaborated on ‘Stan’, with Sheeran filling in for Dido during the chorus.

When it came time for Em to leave, he told the crowd: “Detroit, I missed you. I appreciate you, Detroit. I love you!”

The pair have also collaborated on a number of tracks in the past, with Sheeran featuring on Eminem’s songs ‘River’ and ‘Those Kinda Nights’, while Eminem appeared alongside 50 Cent on Sheeran’s track ‘Remember The Name’.

Sheeran is currently touring the US on his Mathematics Tour, which is set to continue throughout the summer before coming to an end in Los Angeles in September.

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Infamous Photo From Notorious B.I.G.’s Contact Sheet To Be Auctioned Tomorrow

July 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

“THERE CAN ONLY BE ONE” showcases the original photo of The Notorious B.I.G., captured and selected for publication by Barron Claiborne in 1997. Archived for 26 years, this piece is a cutout from the original contact sheet, making it the only one of its kind ever created. Released by the artist in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop, it presents a rare opportunity for true fans of The Notorious B.I.G., music collectors, and art enthusiasts to acquire one of the crown jewels of Hip-Hop history.

Originally syndicated by Corbis in 1997, this medium format contact sheet is sized at 6×7 centimeters and displays the film information along its borders. It is labeled on the front and signed by the artist on the back. Notably, during the labeling process, Corbis unintentionally marked the year as 1995, which adds a unique and special element to the piece. The auction winner will receive the physical artwork and will also gain ownership of its digital counterpart on the blockchain, ensuring provenance. As an exceptional bonus, the auction includes a one-on-one video call with the artist, to learn more about the historical moment when the portrait of Christopher Wallace, just three days before his passing, was taken.

“THERE CAN ONLY BE ONE” is the masterpiece of The King of New York (KONY) Collection, along with five other selected works, which are all directly available on Barron Claiborne’s own website.

Barron Claiborne is a New York based self-taught photographer and cinematographer originally from Boston, who works primarily in 4×5 and 8×10 large format photography.

He is renowned for his distinctive style and contributions to American culture. In 1997, he made history when he created one of the most iconic images in Hip Hop – The Notorious B.I.G. as The King of New York (KONY) with a tilted crown. The use of the Crown for the photo shoot was symbolic, to portray Biggie as “a big noble King.”

Barron’s work has been published in numerous publications including; The New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, Rolling Stone, Esquire, Paper and Interview magazines. He has also been featured in Encyclopedia Britannica, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and was twice nominated for the Alfred Eisenstaedt Award for Magazine Photography. Some of Barron’s photographs are in permanent collections around the world including The Polaroid Museum Cambridge, The Brooklyn Museum and The Houston Museum of Fine Arts. He documented poverty in America for The New Yorker, traveling from Mississippi through Appalachia, to the Rust belt. His work has taken him all over the world, from portraying boy soldiers in Sierra Leone, Guru’s in India to capturing beauty in Paris.

Instagram: @barronclaiborne
Twitter: @thekonynft
Website: www.barronclaiborne.art

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Drake Confirms New Nicki Minaj Collab At Detroit Tour Stop

July 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake and Nicki Minaj has arguably given hip hop some of its most notorious collaborations over the years. From Drake’s iconic Thank Me Later “Up All Night” to Take Care and “Make Me Proud—their chemistry on the mic is undeniable..” We haven’t heard the dynamic duo in several years, but on one of his first It’s All A Blur North American tour dates, Champagne Papi confirmed that the two will reunite sooner than you think.

“Imma give away one thing off the album in Detroit tonight, ‘cuz I got a lot of love for Detroit,” Drake told his audience on Saturday (July 8) night. “So Imma have to tell you, like, me and Nicki Minaj did our first song in like, a really long time,” he revealed, causing the crowd to loudly cheer and applaud. “I got a lot of love for her.” The father of one didn’t share any further details, but over on Twitter the Queen of Rap celebrated the news with a throwback photo of the Young Money members.

Do you think the two will take over the charts yet again?

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Nelly Sells 50 Percent Of His Music Catalogue

July 6, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rapper Nelly recently followed a rising trend of artists selling a hefty percentage of their music. Now the ‘Hot n Here’ rapper cut a $50 million deal for the sale of 50% of his music catalog.

TMZ reports:

Sources close to the rapper tell TMZ … Nelly secured a $50 million deal for 50% ownership over his entire catalog — which includes 8 albums and a ton of #1 singles that helped define pop culture in the 2000s.

We’re told Nelly is teaming up with a company called HarbourView Equity Partners for this, which is forking over the dough to lock up some of his best-known songs … such as, “Ride Wit Me,” “Dilemma” and of course, “Hot in Herre.” Obviously they’re getting more than just that … but those tracks are, by and large, the ones Nelly’s perhaps best-known for.

In fact, a couple of these songs won him Grammys — he snagged a statuette in 2003 for “Dilemma” (Best Rap/Sung Performance) and another that same year for “Hot in Herre” (Best Male Rap Solo Performance). He has another Grammy to his name for “Shake Ya Tailfeather.”

No word yet on which parts of Nelly’s catalog — besides the above-mentioned singles — now belong to HarbourView … but considering the wide range of tunes he has under his belt … you gotta figure there’s more goodies in the vault that they’ll now have a claim to.

It’s a lot of money, obviously — so it’s great news for Nelly. Interestingly enough, things are going swimmingly for Nelly in other departments of his life … including his business ventures, like his alcohol brand, MoShine.

Plus, he’s not even done making music at this point in his career … the guy produced a full-on country album, “Heartland,” in 2021 — and we’re hearing part 2’s on the horizon as well.

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Tupac Shakur’s Self-Designed Ring Part Of Sotheby’s Upcoming Hip-Hop Auction

July 6, 2023 by newhiphopnews

2Pac’s custom ring is scheduled to go up for auction later this month at Sotheby’s New York. The ring is made of gold, diamonds, and rubies, is shaped like a crown and was created in honor of his engagement to Kidada Jones. It’s estimated to bring in between $200K-300K when it goes up for auction July 18. The ring will be displayed at Sotheby’s New York from July 18-24.

To celebrate Hip Hop’s milestone 50-year anniversary, Sotheby’s presents its third dedicated Hip Hop sale, highlighting Hip Hop’s profound impact on art and culture across five decades, from its inception in the South Bronx in 1973 through today.

2Pac wore the self-designed ring to the 1996 MTV Video Music Awards just days before he was shot. According to Sotheby’s, 2Pac typically wore the ring on his left ring finger. It will be auctioned as part of a special series in celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip hop.

The ring is on offer from Yaasmyn Fula, the artist’s godmother who was one of Tupac’s most trusted advisors with all of his most important matters, including commissioning a new piece of jewelry to commemorate his achievements and usher in a new era of prosperity.

Featuring original art, historic studio equipment, sneakers and jackets, archival flyers and posters, rare artifacts, and more, the auction spotlights the iconic artists and trailblazers who defined not only the musical genre as we know it, but also the global phenomenon of Hip Hop culture spanning art, fashion and much more, including Tupac Shakur, Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Ice-T & Afrika Islam, Fab 5 Freddy, Big Daddy Kane, Futura, Lee Quiñones, UNKLE, and Mo’ Wax Founder James Lavelle, among many others. The sale will be presented in collaboration with entertainment company Mass Appeal, which throughout the year has curated an array of programming as part of its Hip Hop 50 initiative.

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From Long Beach To Million Dollar Endorsement Deals: What Is Snoop Dogg’s Total Net Worth?

July 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rapper Snoop Dogg has been making money since he first stepped on the scene back in 1992 and the ‘Gin And Juice’ rapper has been on go since his arrival. HIs debut album Doggystyle sold a million copies in its first week. His smooth transition has been remarkable to witness as a fan. The 51-year old MCis now known as a Musician, Actor, Television producer, Film Producer, Rapper, Film Score Composer, Screenwriter, Singer-songwriter, Record producer and Voice Actor.

Aside from being arguably the most internationally recognized face in hip-hop, RIAA says he’s sold more than 13.5 million certified units in album sales. But if you ever wondered how much he makes every single year, Celebrity Net Worth brokedown the rapper’s alleged yearly earnings.

2007: $17 million
2008: $16 million
2009: $11 million
2010: $15 million
2011: $14 million
2012: $9 million
2013: $10 million
2014: $10 million
2015: $10 million
2016: $13 million
2017: $17 million
2018: $15 million
2019: $15 million

Snoop has earned lucrative endorsement deals with heavy hitters like Burger King and Wonderful Pistachios. Forbes says he earned $10 million in 2014 through deals with everyone from Hot Pockets to Airbnb, and it reports that he earned $10 million in 2015 just from touring and endorsements alone. In 2017, Forbes reported that Snoop made his millions from Martha and Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party and his cannabis lifestyle platform, Merry Jane.

He’s invested in everything from video games and cannabis to Reddit and Klarna, a multibillion-dollar Swedish financial tech company. Here’s what he had to say about that:

“I’ve been doing business in Europe for years with fashion brands, telecommunication companies, and more. I’ve endorsed them, advised them, and now I’m looking to invest in them. I plan to keep growing the portfolio, ya dig?”

According to Celebrity Net Worth, his total net worth is $160 million.
Salute to you Snoop…black excellence!

Check out a few a Snoop’s appearances below.

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Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland Building Low Income Housing in Houston

June 30, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In case you don’t know, Houston natives Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland have been vigilant philanthropists since their early days of Destiny’s Child. Now the two icons are joining forces to build homes for low income Housing residents.

Click 2 Houston reports:

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announces the county’s collaboration with Houston legends Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland in efforts to mitigate homelessness in the Bayou City.

The $7.2 million initiative, provided through the American Rescue Plan funding, will create 31 new permanent supported housing units for people experiencing homelessness, the judge said.

Hidalgo said a bigger initiative will be announced in September, which is around the time Beyonce will be in Houston for shows on the “Renaissance” world tour, happening on Saturday, Sept. 23, and Sunday, Sept. 24 at the NRG Stadium.
Salute to this black girl magic!

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Busta Rhymes And MC Lyte Receive Icon Awards At 7th Annual Culture Creators Award Brunch

June 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Culture Creators, the esteemed organization dedicated to recognizing and celebrating trailblazers in entertainment and fashion, hosted their highly anticipated 7th Annual Innovators and Leaders Awards Brunch on Saturday, June 24th, at the illustrious Beverly Hilton. This star-studded event, presented by Netflix and empowered by the Pronghorn Company and Lexus, exceeded all expectations, delivering an emotionally charged experience that left attendees inspired and deeply moved.
The prestigious awards brunch paid homage to two iconic figures that have made indelible marks on the industry. Busta Rhymes and MC Lyte, revered legends in their own right, were honored for their immense contributions to Hip-Hop and Black culture, while Chloe and Halle Bailey were recognized as the deserving recipients of the Innovator of the Year award. These remarkable individuals have redefined boundaries, shattered glass ceilings, and paved the way for future generations.
One of the undeniable highlights of the event was Busta Rhymes’ electrifying speech. After being presented with the Icon Award by Mona Scott Young and the inimitable Big Daddy Kane, Busta Rhymes captivated the audience with his raw passion and authenticity, taking them on a journey through his illustrious career. He spoke from the depths of his soul, sharing personal anecdotes and revealing the struggles he faced while pursuing his dreams.
In a touching moment, Busta Rhymes reflected on his journey, stating, “I get a lot of love because I’m a giver of love…But I don’t get awards…not in this form. So it’s a little overwhelming for me because, Mona would know, a lot of times I would ask, ‘How much longer I gotta wait?’” As the significance of the moment began to settle in for the Icon Honoree, he stated “We are the founders of civilization, the makers and the owners of the planet, the gods of the universe. Our culture is the greatest. And with that being said, even when they gave us nothing, we created every culture.”
The atmosphere was electric as the room hung on his every word. Busta’s speech served as a powerful reminder that success is born from perseverance, determination, and unwavering passion. His words resonated deeply with everyone in attendance, leaving an indelible mark on their hearts and inspiring them to embrace their own unique journeys.
The event was further elevated by the presence of esteemed guests and industry luminaries. Keith Powers, star of the Netflix original film “The Perfect Find,” graced the stage to present the Strong Black Lead summer lineup, igniting excitement and anticipation for the incredible content to come. The audience was captivated as Powers showcased the power of representation and the impact of storytelling.
Karl Kani, known as “Can I,” shattered the glass walls that have historically kept Black designers out, igniting a fervent call to embrace diversity and inclusivity in the fashion world. Troy Carter fearlessly challenged the tech industry to prioritize the inclusion of people of color, underscoring the need for equal opportunities.
Sevyn Streeter paid homage to Laurieann “Boom Kack” Gibson, the visionary force behind some of the industry’s most iconic artists, including Diddy and Lady Gaga. Dreamville artist Bas delivered a quirky and spirited speech celebrating the dynamic presence of Candace Rodney.
Among the 400 guests in attendance were other notable celebrities, including Jimmy Jam, Muni Long, Tone Stith, Kash Doll, Lady London, Ayoni, K Camp, Tasha Smith, Chante Moore, Kyla Imani, RAXX, Shalom Obiago, Stephen “Dr” Love, Teyonah Parris, Ts Madison, Myles Truitt, Lizzy Mathis, Christian Combs, Mitchell Edwards, Nzinga, Lodric D. Collins, Myles Bullock, Scar Lip, Novi Brown, Candiace Dillard Bassett, Amanda Reifer, and more. Their presence further enhanced the glamour and excitement of the event, emphasizing the industry’s collective commitment to celebrating diversity and fostering a sense of unity.
Additionally, the star-studded brunch provided a platform for influential personalities, industry gatekeepers, and aspiring creators to connect and collaborate. The event fostered an environment where creative minds converged, ideas flourished, and the spirit of community thrived.
Adding to the allure of the event, the Pronghorn Company curated a selection of specialty cocktails exclusively featuring Black-owned brands they have invested in. Attendees were treated to the rich flavors of Anteel Tequila, the smoothness of Old Hillside Bourbon Whiskey, the Caribbean-inspired Ten to One Rum, and the unique bitters crafted by Hella Bitters. This commitment to supporting Black-owned businesses perfectly aligned with the brunch’s mission of empowerment and celebrating diversity.
Joi Brown, the visionary founder and CEO of Culture Creators, set the tone for the brunch, delivering a powerful message that reverberated throughout the room, “We are the catalysts of change. Let us continue to defy expectations, empower one another, and shape a future where creativity knows no bounds.”

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LL Cool J and Ice-T Team Up For New Show ‘Hip Hop Treasures’

June 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

LL Cool J and Ice T’s new show on A&E will take a trip down memory lane and discuss some of hip hop’s coolest and most iconic memorabilia.

Deadline confirmed that the rappers-turned-actors would join forces on the new show Hip Hop Treasures, a docu-series focusing on hunting down memorable pieces important to hip hop culture.

From Flava Flav’s iconic clock chain to DMX’s Aaliyah car, fans can expect the nostalgia to be on full display, while hip-hop aficionados can rejoice at true artists of the craft bringing these items back to their memory.

The new dynamic duo will collaborate with a team of field collectors, such as Cipha Sounds and Yo-Yo, and curators of the Universal Hip-Hop Museum, Paradise Gray and Pete Nice. The museum will debut the biggest collection of hip-hop memorabilia next year.

CeeLo Green, Master P, and Soulja Boy, to name a few, will be present to help the co-hosts on their many quests.

LL Cool J and Ice-T have made names for themselves in Hollywood starring in hit shows such as Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and NCIS: Los Angeles. Hip Hop Treasures is sure to be a hit with hip hop fans of all ages.

The show debuts on Aug. 12 at 10 p.m. on A&E.

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